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Veteran actress Sharada has been honored with the prestigious JC Daniel Award, the highest recognition in Malayalam film, for her outstanding contributions to the film industry. The Kerala govt announced that she will receive the award at Kerala State Film Awards ceremony on Jan 25. The honor includes a cash prize of ₹5 lakh, a […]
Mumbai Indians Women will take on UP Warriorz Women today in Match No. 10 of the 2026 Women’s Premier League at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai, starting at 3 pm IST. MI-W have had a balanced start with two wins and two losses in 4 matches, while UP-W are eager to secure their […]
Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar” became a mega blockbuster, earning ₹865 crore nett in India after a ₹28 crore day-one opening. Following its success, “Dhurandhar 2” is scheduled for March 19, 2026. Director Aditya Dhar dismissed postponement rumours and confirmed the trailer is in the works, with a theatrical launch planned by the end of February.
Sivakarthikeyan’s “Parasakthi,” directed by Sudha Kongara, released amid high hype but received below-par reviews from overseas premieres. Based on Tamil Nadu’s anti-Hindi movement, weak word of mouth and Pongal holiday underperformance saw it gross only ₹38 crore in the state. With disappointing returns, the film is heading for a likely flop.
Authorities have implemented measures to manage post-Sankranti traffic congestion in Hyderabad. Vehicles arriving from Andhra Pradesh are being diverted, while traffic restrictions are in place due to NH-65 expansion work. Anticipating jams at Chityala, Peddakaparthi, Korlapahad, and Pantangi toll plazas, police have advised motorists to follow other routes.
The Enforcement Directorate has issued a notice to former YSRCP MP Vijayasai Reddy in connection with the AP liquor scam. He has been directed to appear for questioning at the ED office on Jan 22. Authorities are expected to probe his past transactions linked to the liquor policy and examine his connections with other individuals […]
Delhi battled biting cold and choking pollution today as dense fog cut visibility to 50 meters, delaying flights and triggering Stage-III GRAP curbs across NCR. The IMD forecasts fog for two more days. AQI stood at 368 (“very poor”), with Chandni Chowk and ITO in the “severe” zone, while several other areas remained hazardous, CPCB […]
Heavy police deployment was seen near Telangana Bhavan in Jubilee Hills today as tensions rose ahead of a BRS program. The opposition BR party planned a ‘Secunderabad Existence and Self-Respect Rally’, but police stopped former minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav. Heated arguments erupted between BRS leaders and officers, creating a tense situation.
Sharwanand’s “Nari Nari Naduma Murari” has opened well at the box office despite tough competition. At a Hyderabad success meet, the actor announced his next film with hitmaker Sreenu Vaitla, famed for iconic Telugu comedies. The project, produced by Mythri Movie Makers’ Naveen Yerneni and Ravi Shankar, is scheduled for a Sankranthi 2027 theatrical release.
Mauni Amavasya, observed on January 18, 2026, is considered highly auspicious for spiritual cleansing. Devotees are advised to bathe in a river before sunrise, with Triveni Sangam bath believed to grant immense merit. Offering rituals for ancestors helps relieve Pitru Dosha, while lighting a sesame-oil lamp under a Ravi tree is said to pacify Shani […]
Chiranjeevi’s “Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu,” directed by Anil Ravipudi, continues its box office rampage, crossing ₹200 crore worldwide. The family entertainer has sold over 2.5 million tickets on BookMyShow, becoming the fastest regional Tollywood film to achieve the milestone. Chiranjeevi once again proves his unmatched dominance at the ticket windows.
Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu will inaugurate a new passenger train service today at 11 am at Thilaru Railway Station in Srikakulam district, AP. The Berhampur-Vizag train numbered 18525/18526 fulfills a long-pending demand of locals. Railway officials have arrived to oversee arrangements, marking a connectivity boost for the region.
Sansad Khel Mahotsav sports competitions will begin today at Dr BR Ambedkar Ground in Sangareddy, Telangana, as announced by Medak BJP MP Raghunandan Rao. The 3-day event from Jan 17 to 19 will feature Kabaddi, Volleyball, Kho-Kho, shuttle badminton and cricket. Participation is restricted to young players aged between 15 and 21, aiming to encourage […]
TGSRTC has brought relief to devotees unable to visit the Medaram Jatara by offering home delivery of Sammakka-Saralamma prasadam for ₹299. Each packet will include the goddess’s photo, jaggery, turmeric and saffron. The initiative, organised with the TG Endowment Dept, aims to help devotees facing travel, health or other constraints receive blessings.
Kichcha Sudeep’s action thriller “Mark,” directed by Vijay Kartikeyaa, marks their second collaboration after “Max.” The film received mixed reviews and performed decently at the box office. “Mark” has completed its theatrical run and will stream on Jio Hotstar from January 23 in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, with a four-week OTT window.